Victory News – December 7, 2018

PASTOR’S MESSAGE

Dear Friends,

Christmas traditions. We all have them.

Some of us have the tradition of opening up Christmas presents on Christmas Eve, while others of us open presents on Christmas Day. Some have the tradition of colored lights on the tree, while others only do white. For some, Christmas traditions revolve around the homemade cookies or candies. For some, it is the tradition of having everybody home. I’m sure you are already thinking of a number of traditions you and your family have.

Remember, there are Christmas traditions… and then there is Christmas truth. The truth is that God took on human flesh to be a very real Savior that we all really need. When the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. (Galatians 4:4-5)

Enjoy the traditions that you have, but be sure you don’t worship the traditions. Worship the Jesus who isthe way, the truth, and the life.

You are invited to worship with us this Sunday at 9:00am or 10:30am in person or online.

Sharing Christ’s Victory,

Pastor Bill

CURRENT SERIES – What If…

ICYMI – Last weekend, Pastor Bill wrapped up our “Imitating God” series with a message about going on mission with Jesus. Click here to view this message.

Coming Up This Sunday – This weekend, Pastor Bill kicks off our “What If…” series with a message about joy. Join us on Sunday at 9:00 or 10:30am at church or online.

VICTORY NEWS

LINKED Campaign – Last weekend, Victory of the Lamb launched an exciting opportunity: LINKED. LINKED is a 3-year campaign focused on making substantial impacts in our community by helping our neighbors in need and sharing God’s great news with our community. For more information on the campaign and to view last weekend’s launch, go to our LINKED page.

Take Your Christmas Picture! – There will be a Christmas-themed photo booth available in the multi-purpose room during church this week for you and your family to snap a Christmas picture or social media shot. Come to church with your fancy clothes and a smile!

Christmas at Victory – There is more to Christmas than presents, stockings, trees, and stress. Christmas is the celebration of Emmanuel: God with Us. Invite your friends and family to join you at Victory of the Lamb for a celebration of Jesus’ birth. Services at 2:00 or 4:00pm on Christmas Eve and 9:00am on Christmas Day. Help spread the word! Give out invite cards, use the Christmas at Victory Facebook frame, share our event on Facebook, or simply tell your friends and family that they’re invited. Click herefor more information.

VICTORY OPPORTUNITIES

Toy Drive Ends This Sunday – Sunday is the last day you can bring a toy for the Friends of Jesus Toy Drive. There will be a box in the lobby for you to drop off wrapped presents. Make sure to grab a yellow sheet from the lobby to indicate what’s underneath the wrapping. Thank you for your generosity!

Poinsettias for Christmas – Help us beautify the worship center! Click here to order and pay for Christmas poinsettias. Orders must be placed by December 14, and you can take your poinsettia(s) home any time after the Christmas Day service. Each plant is $18. Thank you for decorating our worship space and lobby!

Operation Jesus Cares – Victory of the Lamb will partner with Christ/St. Peter School again this year for Operation Jesus Cares. This year, the event will take place on Wednesday, December 19 from 8:00am-12:00pm at Christ/St. Peter (west campus). Join us to spread Christmas cheer by clicking here to sign up to help out during the event. You can donate to the project today by using your OJC envelopes for offering at church, setting up a recurring donation to OJC through Faithstreet, orclicking hereto make a donation with your credit card.